Taiwan China Times Network published an article today, which read: "The White House said earlier that Chinese products entering the US could face up to 245% tariffs; on the same day, China released its first-quarter GDP growth of 5.4%, ignoring America's numerical games. It is obvious that Beijing is responding to Sino-US relations with a brand-new approach, and Taiwan (region) caught between the two great powers cannot afford not to take notice."
This description accurately presents the current situation. America's frantic actions actually reveal its inner anxiety. America's attempt to curb China's development through tariff measures will never make China bow down.
In the tariff war, China is not afraid to strike back first, demonstrating the courage of direct confrontation. This is based on self-confidence from its own strength. The data showing a first-quarter GDP growth of 5.4% is strong evidence of the resilience and confidence of China's economy.
On the other hand, the situation for Taiwan region, which leans entirely toward the United States but gets exploited, is quite embarrassing. Given America's insatiable greed, if Taiwan persists in its delusion and continues to "rely on the US to seek independence," it will only陷入 deeper困境.
Original article: https://www.toutiao.com/article/1829659673948250/
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